Shiba Inu
VS
Sealyham Terrier
Shiba Inu vs Sealyham Terrier
Compare Shiba Inu and Sealyham Terrier side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Shiba Inu
Sealyham Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
36 – 42 cm
30 – 31 cm
Weight
7 – 11 kg
8 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
2/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
5/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
Characteristics
Shiba Inu
Stubborn
Small
Sealyham Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Small
Summary
About Shiba Inu
Ancient Japanese spitz-type hunting dog, small yet muscular with foxlike face, curled tail and plush double coat in red, black and tan or sesame with urajiro. Independent, catlike, loyal but reserved, strong-willed, high prey drive, needs early socialisation, firm positive training and regular exercise.
About Sealyham Terrier
Compact Welsh terrier bred for hunting but affectionate and calm at home. Sturdy, low body with a distinctive white double coat, beard and eyebrows needing regular grooming. Intelligent, independent and moderate in exercise needs, it suits engaged families; the breed is now relatively rare.
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